Supporting the arts is a long-standing priority of RBC®. We recognize the important role they play in building vibrant communities and strong economies. We also recognize the struggle many artists go through to gain the recognition they need to become successful in their practice. The RBC Emerging Artists Project helps artists bridge the gap from emerging to established, and supports organizations that provide the best opportunities to advance artists’ careers.
The RBC Emerging Artist Project support results-driven programming to help artists bridge the gap from emerging to established, in the early stages of their career, by providing Networking, Training & Exposure to new/diverse audiences. More info
Moderator: Jem Aswad, Senior Music Editor Variety
Valeisha Butterfield Jones Co President, The Recording Academy
Panos Panay Co President, The Recording Academy
A Conversation featuring Music Industry Finance Executive, Alex Heiche, Sound Royalties Regional Director of Business Development & Artist Relations, Vanessa Thomas, and Accomplished Singer-Songwriter-Multi-Instrumentalist, Richard Walters. This panel will explore...
Whether it’s reducing lines and wait times or ensuring fans can easily plan and purchase around an event, consumer satisfaction has always been an elusive yet vitally important goal in the live entertainment business.In the last decade we’ve seen an emergence of...
A discussion on the successes and challenges faced by the emerging global Afrobeats industry. With a panel comprised of industry veterans and influential playmakers, the conversation will highlight the exponential growth of the genre and unique marketing techniques...
Got a hit song in your head? There’s a platform for that. This session will look at websites and platforms designed to take care of business, freeing up creators to create. Among them: Bandzoogle, an all-in-one flat monthly fee service that allows user to create their...
Join the Songwriters Association of Canada and Music Publishers as they look at the importance of songwriting and music publishing to the Canadian music industry and the international market. The panel will explore the songwriting process and discuss the business of...